
It’s best to be prepared for this alert yapping when getting this dog. Giving the dog more things to bark at will stress it out as well as everyone nearby.

However, with their tendency to vocalize, they may not be the best choice for those living in high population density areas. The Shiba Inu’s small size and reserved personality may be suitable for apartment living. Shibas can tolerate other pets through early socialization and training though it’s not an easy task. Smaller pets are often looked at as prey, and with the breed’s mouthy personality, they are put in danger as well. They are particularly unfriendly with other dogs and are notoriously not well suited living with them. The Shiba Inu is also not very fond of sharing the home with other pets. These dogs should always have a solid enclosure when outside and owners recommend using a leash when walking them. These dogs usually regard strangers as threats, as they are infamously territorial. They prefer to be with their own owners, and even then they are independent, and don’t mind being alone. The Shiba Inu is also NOT a very hospitable breed. They may be just a bit too much for toddlers, but may do well with older, respectful children.

A small number may be prone to heart disease and progressive retinal atrophy.The Shiba is not recommended for families with very small children. This breed is generally hardy, with few genetic weaknesses. The Shiba neds a daily workout,either in the form of a vigorous game in the yard, a long walk, or a good run in a safe area. Training sessions should be made to be fun and engaging, so he'll stay on task.

Its double coat needs brushing one or two times weekly, more when shedding. This breed is reserved around children and strangers, but they normally get along well with almost any creatures. Easily housebroken, these dogs bark infrequently. They are watchful and bond closely with their family. Shiba Inus are very curious and cheerful dogs. Tail hair is slightly longer and stands open in a brush. Guard hairs stand off the body are about 1.5-2" in length at the withers. Red, red sesame (red with black overlay), or black and tan white markings on the sides of muzzle, under jaw and neck, and on chest and stomach.ĭouble coated with the outer coat being stiff and straight and the undercoat soft and thick. He's a jumper, even able to catch birds, and often washes his face with paws ' like a cat! The Shiba Inu is a quiet and reserved dog indoors, but loves to romp and play in the great outdoors.
